Krabi Cycling Tours: Mountain Bike & Emerald Pool Adventure

You'll ride dirt tracks that most tourists never see, past farms and fishing villages where locals actually live.

A guided mountain bike tour in Krabi where you cycle through rainforest, villages and countryside on trails ranging from easy half-day routes to a challenging 56 km full-day ride. Hotel pickup, a professional English-speaking guide, helmet, gloves, water and fruit are included. Lunch comes with the full-day options. Choose between five routes: the 27 km coastal tour near Ao Nang with a visit to a batik painting village, the 19 km Koh Klang island cycle, the 26 km waterfall ride, the 20 km jungle route to Emerald Pool and Krabi Hot Spring, or the 56 km long-distance trek through villages and limestone mountains. The tour operates from early morning with hotel transfers back to Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao or Klong Muang.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Emerald Pool1h
2. Pa Phru Tha Pom Khlong Song Nam1h

Cycling tours through Krabi countryside

• Hotel pickup in Krabi
• Begin cycling from starting point
• Sightseeing along Ao Nang coast
• Visit Nemo Farm or fisheries center
• Experience Batik painting in village
• Refresh with towel, drink, fruits
• Transfer back to hotel

The experience

Mountain biking here means you leave the main road behind. A regular bus tour speeds past local communities. On a bike you actually stop and meet people at small farming and fishing villages. The dirt tracks and fire trails take you miles inland where the landscape shifts from misty hills to limestone cliffs and coastline. The bike itself (a 24-gear mountain bike with front suspension) handles both paved roads and unpaved terrain, so you're not locked into a single surface.

The five itineraries let you pick the distance and what you want to see. The half-day routes run 19 to 27 kilometers and take around four hours with hotel pickup and transfer back. The full-day options stretch to 56 kilometers and run closer to seven hours. The Emerald Pool jungle route includes a swim in the natural pool and time soaking in Krabi Hot Spring afterward. The Koh Klang tour crosses the river by longtail boat before you cycle the island's gentle trails past Muslim villages. The waterfall ride climbs toward rubber and palm oil plantations before dropping down to Huay Tho Waterfall. Every route includes a professional guide who speaks English, a helmet, gloves, drinking water, fresh fruit and a cold towel to refresh afterward.

Lunch is included only on the full-day tours, eaten at a local restaurant. The operator provides basic accident insurance and a first aid kit. National Park entrance fees are covered. Children can join from age 10 with a minimum height of 140 cm and prior road cycling experience. The operator notes the tour is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy or poor cardiovascular health, though it suits all fitness levels otherwise. The program can shift due to weather, and during high season (mid-December through mid-March) cancellations need 48 hours' notice to avoid fees.

What’s included

• Professional English-speaking guide.
• mountain bike with 24 gears and front suspension.
• helmet and gloves.
• hotel round-trip transfer in Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao and Klong Muang.
• drinking water and fresh fruit.
• cold towel refresh.
• basic accident insurance and first aid kit.
• National Park entrance fee.
• lunch at a local restaurant on full-day tours only.

Options for this experience

5 options

A 27 km cycling tour at an easy levelGuide in English or Thai · 09:00Ride along Krabi's coastline and discover the surrounding area with a personal guide. Stop at the coastal fisheries research center, then continue to Baan Na Teen village, where residents produce local OTOP products. Pickup is included.

A 19 km cycling trip to Koh Klang at an easy levelGuide in English or Thai · 09:00This half-day outing blends sightseeing with cycling on Koh Klang, a small Muslim island community. Travel across the Krabi River by longtail boat and bike through traditional fishing villages. Pickup is included.

A 26 km waterfall cycling route at a medium levelGuide in English or Thai · 09:00Pedal through Krabi's hilly landscape, passing rubber and palm tree plantations. Continue to Khao Phanom Bencha National Park, where you can swim and cool off at Huay Tho waterfall. Pickup includes.

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A 56 km long-distance ride at an advanced levelGuide in English or Thai · 09:00This demanding ride explores the countryside of Krabi. Cycle north-west on quiet roads past villages and striking limestone hills. Visit Ta Pom Klong Song Nam, a peat swamp forest with a trail. Pickup is included.

A 20 km jungle cycling tour at an easy levelGuide in English or Thai · 09:00Ride across flat land to the turquoise Crystal Pool, surrounded by rubber and palm tree plantations. Walk through the national park and take a swim in the refreshing pools. A tasty lunch is included. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (8 to 12 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Trip Store Krabi

Is this one for you?The five routes let you choose your distance and pace: pick a half-day easy trail if you want a morning or afternoon ride with village visits, or go full-day if you're ready for longer cycling and want lunch included. The advanced 56 km route suits experienced riders comfortable with sustained distance through varied terrain.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 12 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What's the difference between the half-day and full-day cycling tours in Krabi?

Half-day tours run 19 to 27 kilometers and take around four hours total with pickup and transfer. Full-day tours cover 20 to 56 kilometers and run closer to seven hours. Only the full-day routes include lunch at a local restaurant. All tours include water, fruit and a cold towel refresh.

Can I swim during the Krabi cycling tour?

The 20 km jungle cycling tour includes a swim at Emerald Pool and time to soak in Krabi Hot Spring. The Koh Klang route crosses the river by longtail boat but is primarily a cycling tour. Other routes focus on riding and village visits without swimming stops.

Do I need cycling experience to book one of these tours?

The tours range from easy to advanced: the half-day routes and the 20 km jungle tour are rated easy, the 26 km waterfall ride is intermediate, and the 56 km long-distance tour is advanced. Children must have prior road cycling experience and be at least 10 years old or 140 cm tall.

What's included in the cycling tour price?

A mountain bike with 24 gears and front suspension, helmet, gloves, professional English-speaking guide, hotel round-trip transfer, drinking water, fresh fruit, cold towel, basic accident insurance, first aid kit and National Park entrance fee are included. Lunch is included only on full-day tours.

Where does the tour pick me up and drop me off?

Hotel pickup and return transfer are included for guests staying in Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao or Klong Muang. If you stay in Tubkaek Beach, an extra 200 THB per person applies, paid on the day of the tour.